I'm Ronald C. Vining, an entrepreneur, executive and educator with 30 years of experience in strategic planning, immersive branding and high-impact marketing. I've earned a reputation for innovative problem solving and leadership, helping organizations achieve objectives through differentiated solutions and transformative experiences. Today I collaborate across sectors and regions, delivering keynote speeches and workshops that engage, inspire and educate global audiences. I’m a US citizen and Singapore permanent resident, based in Singapore and active across Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and the Americas, leading initiatives in entertainment, branding and immersive guest experiences.

Ronald C. Vining

I'm Ronald C. Vining, an entrepreneur, executive and educator with 30 years of experience in strategic planning, immersive branding and high-impact marketing. I've earned a reputation for innovative problem solving and leadership, helping organizations achieve objectives through differentiated solutions and transformative experiences. Today I collaborate across sectors and regions, delivering keynote speeches and workshops that engage, inspire and educate global audiences. I’m a US citizen and Singapore permanent resident, based in Singapore and active across Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and the Americas, leading initiatives in entertainment, branding and immersive guest experiences.

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I’m Ronald C. Vining, an entrepreneur, executive and educator with 30 years of experience in strategic planning, immersive branding and high-impact marketing. I’ve earned a reputation for innovative problem solving and leadership, helping organizations achieve objectives through differentiated solutions and transformative experiences.

Today I collaborate across sectors and regions, delivering keynote speeches and workshops that engage, inspire and educate global audiences. I’m a US citizen and Singapore permanent resident, based in Singapore and active across Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and the Americas, leading initiatives in entertainment, branding and immersive guest experiences.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder at Learnami
January 1, 2015 - Present
Pioneering a disruptive NexGenLMS platform to revolutionize academic, corporate and social learning. Currently beta testing Learnami AI, a large language model, across AppFlicks, Agentic Influx & BrandInflux.
Chief Marketing Officer at ThemeparX.com / ResortX.com
January 1, 2021 - Present
Driving 4.5M+ unique visitors to a top-ranked SEO/SEM-optimized B2B Supplier 100 online engagement platform; master planning of themed attractions, location-based entertainment (LBE), IP-driven storytelling, omni-channel campaigns, aesthetic & show production to grow immersive guest experiences & revenue.
Chief Brandaffeine at BrandInflux
January 1, 2014 - Present
Leading a team of marketers to enable enterprises to identify and deploy omni-channel strategies; providing global icons with localized brand stories, original/licensed IP, experience programs and masterclasses.
Chief Auteur at AppFlicks.com
January 1, 2020 - Present
Conceived and programmed a socialized Streaming Entertainment Network around App-based Music, Games and Video; offering a community-based, differentiated entertainment-engagement channel.
Experience Architect at Agentic Influx (AutoInflux)
January 1, 2017 - Present
Developing an AI-based marketing automation platform to enhance omni-channel brand, content and consumer engagement.
Keynote Speaker, Masterclass Trainer & Executive Coach at iPlenaria
January 1, 2014 - Present
Futurist marketing visionary, subject matter expert & C-level thought leader delivering engaging programs to audiences across the globe.
Consultant at Squared Online by Google
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016
Regional advisor and provided localized content marketing training modules.
Corporate Trainer & Consultant at SingTel
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Developed mobile engagement, social media sales and content marketing training for channel partners.
Corporate Speaker & Consultant at SAP
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
Developed content marketing and sales engagement programs for the retail and consumer industries.
Consultant at Samsung Electronics
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015
Developed a content marketing program for consumer products.
Director of Marketing, Communications & Public Relations at Elephanti
January 1, 2013 - July 1, 2013
Led cross-functional marketing teams to drive segmentation, business development strategies, product launches; maximized ROI on all activities.
Chief Marketing Officer at International SOS
January 1, 2013 - July 1, 2014
Group MD of ASPIRE Lifestyles to provide value-added concierge B2B2C services across insurance, loyalty, VIP experiences, travel and medical assistance to major corporate partners.
Senior Vice President at Tuesday Associates
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2004
Delivered strategic planning, opposition research, branding, message development and crisis management for multinational and political campaigns.
Marketing Director & Assistant Marketing Director at S.R. Weiner & Associates
January 1, 1990 - December 31, 1993
Directed REIT marketing, budgeting and joint projects with major shopping center operators; built robust retail marketing programs.
Channel Partner & Reseller Sales at Verizon
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1990
Managed inside and outside sales of consumer and commercial accounts via Channel Partner TelExcel for Bell Atlantic.
Assistant to Directors of Marketing & Operations at Republic Services
January 1, 1986 - January 1, 1989
Assisted in operations, marketing and field sales for large accounts; contributed to growth initiatives and acquisition integration.
Deputy General Manager at Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1999
Oversaw executive, financial and operational functions of a large public transit provider with a multi-billion-dollar budget and thousands of employees.
School Committee Member at City of Medford
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2006
Elected representative overseeing education for 57,000 citizens and a $45M PreK-12 district with nine buildings.
Board Member at MCST 2992 Condo Association
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2018
Led resident committees to transform aging property, oversee 50m pool facilities and renovations while improving financial viability.
Adjunct Professor at University of Massachusetts Boston
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2021
Instructed Executive & Graduate MBA, Undergraduate courses in Database & Internet Marketing, Brand Management, Marketing Management, Managerial Ethics and Web Page Marketing.
Adjunct Professor at Nanyang Technological University
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012
Led The Nanyang MBA Graduate courses in International & Global Marketing.
Adjunct Professor at Emerson College
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007
Taught Graduate MBA courses in Leadership & Corporate Social Responsibility.
Adjunct Professor at Suffolk University
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 2006
Lectured a variety of Graduate MBA, Undergraduate courses including Organizational Communication, Ethical Responsibility, Political Campaign Management, Public Relations and Advanced Public Speaking.

Education

Master of Arts in Organizational Development & Communication at Suffolk University
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1994
Bachelor of Science in Public Relations with Minor in Business Management at Suffolk University
January 1, 1988 - January 1, 1992
Political Campaign Marketing & Management Certification at Massachusetts Taxpayers Educational Foundation
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1994

Qualifications

Political Campaign Marketing & Management Certification
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1994

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Retail, Software & Internet, Travel & Hospitality, Government, Financial Services, Telecommunications